Library Information

Library Services

Reference Services

Our reference staff is available to assist patrons with all their information needs.
For assistance, inquire at the circulation desk near the library entrance, or email
us with your questions. Do not hesitate to ask the staff if you have questions regarding
library services or other information needs.

Information Literacy and Instruction

Information literacy means much more than just knowing how to read a book or operate
a computer. The Smiley Memorial Library Information Literacy Program integrates library
instruction into many courses here at CMU. A library tour or specialized instruction
session can be beneficial in improving library skills and overall achievement in academics.
Some information literacy resources can also be found under Learning Resources.

The juvenile literature and curriculum collection are located on the third floor of
the library. This collection contains children's books, from early childhood to young
adult, as well as curriculum aids, workbooks, and manipulatives.

Popular DVD Collection

The library houses an ever-growing popular DVD collection, funded by the SGA. Titles
are chosen with input from the students. You may check out two titles and keep for
for three days. Normal fines accrue for overdue items. Come checkout this free service!!

Coffee Bar

Located near the entrance of the library in the Head Family Room, our coffee bar offers
patrons fresh brewed coffee, hot chocolate, spiced cider, herbal tea and flavored
tea.

Computers and other Equipment

Located on every floor of the library are PC's equipped with Microsoft Office 2010
as well as networked printers. Some equipment available for patron use are headphones,
CD players, record player and a TV/VCR (please inquire at the circulation desk). Other
equipment available is listed below.

Flip Video Recorders

Two Flip Video Recorders are now available for checkout. These compact camcorders
have a built in USB plugin and software, so you can use them on any computer. Flip
cameras store up to 60 minutes of footage. Two hour checkout, reserve fines apply
for overdue items.

Nintendo Wii Video Game Systems

Each group study room in the Information Commons is equipped with a Wii console. Equipment
must be checked out from the circulation desk and used in the library. Additional
games will be added as funding permits, but you are welcome to bring in your own games.

DVD Players

DVD players are available in each of the group study rooms. Students may use them
for personal or classroom viewing.

Digital Cameras

Two digital cameras are available for checkout to students, faculty and staff. These
cameras may be checked out at the front desk of the library with a photo id.

Checkout Period: 24 hours, not available after 8:00 p.m. Fines: $15.00 per day

Laptop Computers

Two wireless laptops are available for checkout to students, faculty and staff. Come
to the circulation desk located near the library entrance to inquire about availability.
The patron must present a driver's license or other government issued photo id that
will be kept for the duration of the checkout period.

Checkout Period: Two hours, in library use only. Not available after 8:00 p.m. Fines:
$2.00 per hour.